Willemstad, May 26th 2015 – CHATA’s Stars of the Industry award ceremony for the 1st quarter of 2015 was held at CHATA member El Gaucho. During this event the 1st quarter employees and supervisors nominated by a variety of CHATA members were recognized for their outstanding efforts. It is extremely important to recognize the most important players of our industry; our employees. The nominees of this event have been nominated within the context of hospitality as Stars of the Industry. Miles Mercera, Director of Marketing & Product mentioned to “Never underestimate the value of excellent service. Hospitality is vital in every organization, and is the key in obtaining repeat guests. If everyone makes sure to provide each guest with an excellent service, Curaçao will surely reach a new level of professionalism and service.” CHATA is proud to announce that 18 employees in hospitality are named Star of the Industry and received a token of appreciation provided by PENHA.
| CHATA Member | Name Employee | Position Employee |
| Avila Hotel | Winerla Martin | Senior Bartender |
| Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort | Ezekiel Roberts | Security Officer |
| Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort | Axel Litecia | Banquet Supervisor |
| Baoase Luxury Resort | Ectarina van Velden | Purchase Manager |
| Sonesta Kura Hulanda Village | Derrel Eurelia | Bellman |
| Hilton Hotel | Luigino Colina | Banquet Houseman |
| Hilton Hotel | Fiona Coley | Front Office Supervisor |
| Restaurant de Gouverneur | Diantley Welvaart | Waitress |
| Floris Suite Hotel & Spa | Cornelio James | Senior Bartender |
| El Gaucho | Shannon Bryson | Head Waitress |
| FBTT Travel | Onella Virginia | Financial Assistant |
| FBTT Travel | Jurnick Angela | Driver |
| Caribbean Sea Sports | Sandra van de Sant | Finance & Resource Manager |
| Curaçao Marriot Resort & Emerald Casino | Sharola Isaacs | Casino Senior Supervisor |
| Curaçao Marriot Resort & Emerald Casino | Steven Louisa | Income Auditor |
| Curaçao Marriot Resort & Emerald Casino | Ingrid Djaoen | Head Waitress |
| Sunscape Curaçao | Anna Pietersz | Waitress |
| Sunscape Curaçao | Gurnidson Suares | Room Service Supervisor |
CHATA congratulates the following Stars of the Industry with their nomination: